Michelle Obama's 50 Best Looks

When Michelle Obama became the latest First Lady of the United States in 2008, she immediately gained the fashion community's vote for her all-American style. Known for wearing the designs of Jason Wu, Isabel Toledo, and Laura Smalls, the role model has undoubtedly helped make these native designers overnight sensations. Now, in honor of her 50th birthday, we take a look back at her best-dressed moments.
Here, she wears a chiffon–and-velvet Jason Wu gown at the Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C.

January 21, 2013

January 21, 2013

When Michelle Obama became the latest First Lady of the United States in 2008, she immediately gained the fashion community's vote for her all-American style. Known for wearing the designs of Jason Wu, Isabel Toledo, and Laura Smalls, the role model has undoubtedly helped make these native designers overnight sensations. Now, in honor of her 50th birthday, we take a look back at her best-dressed moments.

Here, she wears a chiffon–and-velvet Jason Wu gown at the Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C.